2000 SsangYong Rexton vs. 1991 Toyota MR2
To start off, 2000 SsangYong Rexton is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Toyota MR2. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Toyota MR2 would be higher. At 2,874 cc (5 cylinders), 2000 SsangYong Rexton is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Toyota MR2 (154 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 2000 SsangYong Rexton. (118 HP @ 4100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1991 Toyota MR2 should accelerate faster than 2000 SsangYong Rexton. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 SsangYong Rexton weights approximately 616 kg more than 1991 Toyota MR2.
Because 2000 SsangYong Rexton is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1991 Toyota MR2. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 SsangYong Rexton will offer significantly more control. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2000 SsangYong Rexton (256 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 66 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Toyota MR2. (190 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2000 SsangYong Rexton will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Toyota MR2.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 SsangYong Rexton | 1991 Toyota MR2 | |
| Make | SsangYong | Toyota |
| Model | Rexton | MR2 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1991 |
| Body Type | SUV | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2874 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 154 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4100 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 256 Nm | 190 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89.1 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92.4 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 22.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1851 kg | 1235 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1770 mm | 1250 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2410 mm |
